Cannoli by Joanne

A crisp, light shell with a deliciously rich and creamy sweet ricotta filling. This is one of the most popular desserts in upstate New York

Spaghetti Salad by Salad Foodie

Fresh garden veggies are the stand-out in this pasta salad recipe -perfect for summer's garden harvest. Pretty as a picture when served in a clear glass bowl. Use 3/4 cup of your favorite Italian Dressing, or prepare the dressing below. VARIATIONS TO CONSIDER: Use whole grain spaghetti. Add chopped pepperoni and cubed mozzarella…

Carrots & Orange Wholewheat Muffin's/Cup Cakes..;) by shruthisingh4

Let them eat cup cakes...Put the carrot's on Top..;) When it comes to getting your toddler to eat healthy food yet something that looks more like what all other children buy from the supermarket & eat...well "healthy carrot muffins", there couldn't be a better answer at least for the moment when i don't have too much time to…

Best Greek beef tenderloin! by Terry Edwards

Want to serve a piece of steak that your guests will be talking about for months? Want to win the "best cook ever" award with your family? Make this recipe and your dreams will come true! Hands down, the go-to recipe if you're looking to impress.

Weir Dough for Pizza by Joanne Weir

Zuppa di Pesce - Sea food Stew- by Pasquale Frola

Here it is a delicious Fish Plate full of flavors and rich taste This is the real version of the neapolitan Fish Stew as made in the best restaurants. One of the best you can try is at Ristorante Alberto - Ischia Island . I was sous chef there and learned some tips from the amazing donna Maria Mattera a superb Chef...

Ciambellone Classico (Classic Pound Cake-Italian Style) copyright 2011 art of living,PrimaMedia,Inc/Maria Liberati by maria liberati

This is the classic Italian pound cake and comes form my second book, winner of the Gourmand World Cookbook Awards 2009, The Basic Art of Italian Cooking: Holidays & Special Occasions. I love this recipe because it is quick to make and you can adapt it…

Eggplant Parmesan by Jennifer Bass

New Orleans Muffuletta Sandwich by Amos Miller

One of the signature delights in New Orleans is the Muffuletta Sandwich, generally made famous by the Central Grocery across from the Cafe du Monde, near the Market, in the French Quarter. You can craft this sandwich masterpiece with a few cold cuts, a loaf of bread, and a jar of muffuletta olive salad which many stores carry next…

Ganache Chocolate Nutella by Amos Miller

Use this topping on any thing you wish to enhance with CHOCOLATE, from baked goods to ice cream. It will keep for a couple of days unrefrigerated - a couple of weeks in the cooler. Sprinkle some finely chopped nuts on top of the ganache, if you wish - even some crushed peppermint candy. Gran Marnier and Chambord are great…

Vino Cotto (Vincotto) Sirloin Tips by Deena Montillo

Sirloin tips that have a unique flavor, are tender, delicious and easy to prepare...definitely a winning combination!

Bow Tie Pasta (Farfalle) with Tomatoes & Broccoli by Salad Foodie

Based on a recipe from Barilla Pasta, this is a quick and delicious vegetarian meal, or a side to poultry, fish, beef or pork.

Baby Octopus in Olive Oil and Lemon by Evil Fairy

This light and simple Summer salad is easy to make and fun to plate. Depending on your taste will depend on what nationality this dish become. This one is more on the line of being Italian... the herbs used when roasting the octopus will make this dish your own.

Pizzelle, Anise Flavor by J. Gino Genovesi

The word Pizzelle is an Italian word which loosely means small, flat and round. They are wafer-type cookies which originated in the region of Abruzzi, Italy and known to exist as far back as the 8th Century. Pizzelles were originally baked on double-sided irons embossed with the family crest. The irons usually had long handles…

Cannellini bean hummus by Frosted Flaker

This bean dip is similar to regular hummus, but a little creamier and smoother. Serve it with pita bread, pita crackers or vegetable dippers. It couldn't be easier!